Nice way to think about it but they really don't care about who pitches the home opener when the season opener is away (remember Daniel Cabrerra?). Strasburg presumably will pitch the second game (Saturday) and so the following Thursday, game 7, would be his regular day.

I'm wondering though, will they start the season with four starters - since there is a day off Saturday and so Scherzer could start the fifth game - and bring up a fifth starter for the sixth game; or just start the season with five starters.

I'm wondering though, will they start the season with four starters - since there is a day off Saturday and so Scherzer could start the fifth game - and bring up a fifth starter for the sixth game; or just start the season with five starters.

they need a 5th by 4/4. It could be Cole for a time or two even if eventually it becomes Fedde.

Is Reynolds any threat to Difo? Looks like he's had a good Spring. With a new manager, you never know who catches their eye. Regardless, good to know Reynolds is in waiting if Wilmer falters or is injured.

Did anyone see Zuck's article on Zimmerman? He wrote that Zimm has been largely participating with the minor leaguers because he likes the additional flexibility afforded by minor league ST games. There's no batting order so he can bat in different positions, and even every inning if he wants. Since it's not a regular game, there's no pressure to perform in front of fans. Zuck wonders that if Zimmerman has a good season, perhaps other players will want to follow this sort of preparation routine.